dazzle
daz·zle
verb \ˈda-zəl\daz·zleddaz·zling \-z(ə-)liŋ\
Definition of DAZZLE
intransitive verb
1
: to lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
2
a : to shine brilliantly b : to arouse admiration by an impressive display
transitive verb
1
: to overpower with light
2
: to impress deeply, overpower, or confound with brilliance <dazzled us with her wit>
— dazzle noun
— daz·zler \-z(ə-)lər\ noun
— daz·zling·ly \-z(ə-)liŋ-lē\ adverb
Examples of DAZZLE
- Elvis always dazzled his audiences.
- Visitors were dazzled by the mansion's ornate rooms.
- She truly dazzles in her live concerts.
Origin of DAZZLE
frequentative of daze
First Known Use: 15th century
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